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Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa gets real on the NBA award he wants to win

AJ Dybantsa has his eyes set on one of the NBA’s end-of-season awards as he prepares for his rookie campaign with the Washington Wizards. Dybantsa only spent one season playing college basketball with the BYU Cougars.

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Wizards’ Kyshawn George drops bold declaration about Washington’s future

The Washington Wizards may still be viewed as a rebuilding franchise from the outside. However, Kyshawn George believes that perception is about to change.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / July 12

Wizards vs. Kings final score: Riley, Dybantsa dominate Sacramento, 104-85

The Washington Wizards blew right past the Sacramento Kings on Sunday to stay undefeated in NBA Summer League play. The Wiz kids won 104-85 in front of a substantial crowd packed inside the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev.

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The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

The 'No. 3-scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / July 12

AJ Dybantsa emerges victorious in Summer League battle with Darius Acuff Jr.

The Washington Wizards and AJ Dybantsa went head to head with the Sacramento Kings and Darius Acuff Jr. in an exciting Summer League battle on Sunday. With the No.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Will Riley News / Bullets Forever / July 12

Wizards vs. Kings final score: Riley’s 32 gives Washington 104-85 win

After a narrow 92-88 win to open their 2026 Summer League, the Washington Wizards returned on Sunday to face Darius Acuff and the Sacramento Kings. Behind 32 points from Will Riley, the Wizards won 104-85 to remain undefeated in Las Vegas.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 12

Wizards' Early Summer League Returns Provide Answer to Lingering Free Agency Question

A quick rundown of the Washington Wizards' stacked Summer League roster, followed by a simple glance over to a Las Vegas sideline full of present and rising

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 11

Three Wizards Who May Already Be Too Good for Summer League

It's customary for all prestige NBA Summer League prospects to make multiple appearances once they make the trip to Las Vegas, even if they do prove themselves a level ahead of the rest of their semi-professional competition.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11

Wizards GM addresses elephant in room with Trae Young, AJ Dybantsa

For years, the Washington Wizards haven’t had enough talent to field a competitive squad. Now, they have so much talent that they have to discuss how to keep everyone involved.

Anthony Davis News / EssentiallySports / July 11

'RIP': Anthony Davis Sends Heartfelt Message After Tragic Loss of Beloved Dog

When people bring pets to their homes, they welcome them into their families. Over time, these furry beings become constant companions, trusted friends, and an irreplaceable part of everyday life.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 11

Rich Paul says that Anthony Davis will play for the Wizards

The Washington Wizards’ summer of 2026 has centered around AJ Dybantsa’s professional debut in the Summer League. And so far, Deandre Ayton is coming to Washington, Khris Middleton is returning and Patrick Ewing is returning to coach with the first NBA team he ever coached for.

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The 'Women's Wimbledon champions' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

AJ Dybantsa outplayed Darryn Peterson in messy Summer League matchup

The showcase game on the opening night of NBA Summer League featured a matchup between the top two picks in the 2026 Draft. No. 1 triumphed in a game featuring a ton of young talent and a ton of fouls.

Hornets' first-round picks have opposite performances in Summer League debuts

NBA Draft trade may haunt Knicks as Cameron Carr shines in Summer League

Which Suns sophomore has the most to prove in 2026 Summer League?

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

Washington Wizards News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Wizards fans make it clear how they feel about former Vol Felix Okpara after just one NBA Summer League game

Former Tennessee Volunteers center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night with the Washington Wizards. Former Tennessee Vols center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut for the Washington Wizards on Thursday night in Las Vegas.

Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Anthony Davis' new contract demands have been revealed

Anthony Davis is shooting for the moon at 33 years old. The Washington Wizards star big man Davis is expected to seek a full max contract extension from the team, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported this week.

Tre Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9

Tre Johnson’s ‘intentional’ mic drop on No. 1 Summer League goal

For the first time in several years, the Washington Wizards are getting national attention. However, 2025 No. 6 overall pick Tre Johnson isn’t one of their main players being talked about after an injury-shortened rookie campaign.

Trae Young News / DC Sports King / July 9

Trae Young’s $212M Wizards Deal Exposed by NBA Insider

The timeline has been buzzing ever since the Washington Wizards locked Trae Young into a massive four-year, $212.8 million extension. But in the frenzy of the NBA offseason, a wild rumor has started spreading like wildfire across social media.